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34-year-old Craig Knowles has been charged with 3 counts of robbery following a series of incidents at a Central convenience store in Sandown. Officers investigating the robberies at Avenue Road on 19th November, 27th November and 16th December last night...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council has approved plans for a brand new ice rink and leisure centre to be built on the outskirts of Ryde, despite a recommendation to refuse planning permission. A meeting of the planning committee was held...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Youth Trust has released the findings of their second Island Youth Mental Health Census, providing an insight into the views and experiences of children and young people across the Island. The survey, which was designed with...
Read moreDetailsThe fundraising appeal to save paddle steamer Waverley has reached its £2.3million target just 7 months after it was announced that the famous steamship would not operate in 2019. The Boiler Refit Appeal has attracted donations from over 8,000 individuals...
Read moreDetailsSome 3,000 mince pies are being delivered across the Isle of Wight today as part of Bright Bulb Design's Mince Pie Marathon - raising funds for Isle of Wight charity The Wight Brainy Bunch. Over the past few weeks, businesses...
Read moreDetailsOver £1,700 has been handed over to local charity Age UK Isle of Wight thanks to the theatrical efforts of The Island Savoyards and their production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Back in October, The Island Savoyards presented their amazing...
Read moreDetailsBob Seely – who was re-elected as the Isle of Wight’s MP last week – has thanked Islanders for their support and has pledged to continue to deliver for the Island. Last Thursday, 74,691 local residents (66.09%) turned out to...
Read moreDetailsA Reliant Robin - affectionately known as a plastic pig - has been damaged following a collision in Shanklin this morning (Wednesday). The incident has taken place on Landguard Road at the junction with Carter Road. It is reported to...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council has confirmed the opening times for its services over the festive period. Most of the Isle of Wight Council’s operations will remain open until 16:30 on Tuesday 24th December. After closing for Christmas Day and...
Read moreDetailsFresh from the success of their 80s and 90s Christmas party nights, organisers of the hugely popular Jack Up The Summer festival are preparing to wind the clock back once more with the launch of another great retro-themed disco party....
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